McLain Science & Tech had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell to the Catoosa Indians 47-42. The match was a 20-20 toss-up at halftime, but the Titans couldn't quite close it out.
Catoosa got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Lexi Buckmaster out in front who went 6 for 8 en route to 12 points plus eight rebounds. The dominant performance also gave Buckmaster a new career-high in field goal percentage (75%). Another player making a difference was Jacquelyn Cornwell, who earned 11 points along with six assists and three steals.
The win snapped Catoosa's losing streak at 22 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-1 record.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. McLain Science & Tech will head out to challenge Coweta at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Catoosa, they will head out on the road to face off against Okmulgee at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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